Ferrite Core Memory

Ferrite Core Memory

The ferrite core memory board is originally from computer R300 made by RFT VEB company in the GDR in year 1969.

The size of the board is 16 x 16 cm and it is organized by 50 columns x 48 rows. The board can store 2400 bits.

Ferrite Core Memory

More detailed view. Each ferrite core is traversed by four wires in this design.

Ferrite Core Memory

A detailed view to several cores. The wires have 0.2 mm in diammeter and the cores have 2 mm in diammeter.

This and above detail photos has been made with Canon 3D camera and Sigma APO Macro 180mm lens.